Filipino Pro Golfer Rico Hoey Cracks Top 10 at PGA Tour Procore Championship

NEW YORK - Filipino professional golfer Rico Hoey secured a career milestone after finishing in a tie for ninth place at the prestigious PGA Tour Procore Championship.

The tournament, held September 11–17 at the Silverado Resort Golf Course in scenic Napa Valley, brought together Ryder Cup standouts, past champions, and top-ranked PGA Tour professionals. Against this elite field, Hoey’s 12-under par finish, highlighted by a 4-under par final round, earned him a well-deserved spot in the tournament’s Top 10.

Rising Filipino Golf Star

Born in Manila in 1995, Hoey moved to the United States for college, where he played at the University of Southern California. He turned professional in 2017 and made an immediate impact by capturing the Freedom 55 Financial Championship in the same year.

In 2023, Hoey broke through on the Korn Ferry Tour with a win at the Visit Knoxville Open, which secured him his PGA Tour card. Since then, he has proudly represented the Philippines in high-level competitions, including the Barracuda Championship and this year’s Procore Championship.

Career Highlights

• Turned pro: 2017

• PGA Tour card: 2023 after winning Visit Knoxville Open

• Professional wins: 2

  • 2017 Freedom 55 Financial Championship

  • 2023 Visit Knoxville Open (Korn Ferry Tour)

• Runner-up finishes: 1

• Third-place finishes: 1

• Top 5 finishes: 2

• Top 10 finishes: 7

• Events played: 55 (with 36 cuts made)

Inspiring the Next Generation

Hoey’s consistency and perseverance are inspiring a new wave of Filipino golfers and fans across the globe. His achievements not only underscore his personal determination but also showcase the potential for more Filipino athletes to make their mark in international golf.

Looking Ahead

With this Top 10 finish, Hoey continues to prove he can compete with the world’s best. As the PGA Tour season progresses, Filipino and international supporters alike can expect more strong performances from this rising star. - with report from Bert Aguilera